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Episode 2702:

Chris from KeepThrifty.com shares his journey of trading the pursuit of financial freedom for a one-year mini-retirement to spend quality time with his children. Despite the financial setbacks, he values this period as an invaluable investment in family life, illustrating that sometimes, life's best returns come from the heart, not the bank.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.keepthrifty.com/trade-financial-freedom-mini-retirement/

Quotes to ponder:

"Who doesn’t want financial freedom? Getting to the point that your passive income can cover your expenses buys you opportunities and time in a way that most people can’t imagine."

"Despite the allure, I took an active step away from financial freedom this year, choosing to delay my freedom date by over 2 years."

"Trading twenty-seven months of financial freedom for fourteen months of mini-retirement now seems like a pretty good deal when you put our life situation in context."

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Episode 2796:

ESI of ESIMoney.com explains how you can retire early with a net worth of $1 million or less, using strategies common among the FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) community. Learn how to maximize your savings, minimize debt, and invest wisely to achieve financial independence by your mid-30s and live comfortably without a traditional job.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://esimoney.com/retire-1-million-less/

Quotes to ponder:

"The steps to FIRE won’t surprise you. They involve earning, saving, and investing."

"They are used to living on a small portion of their earnings, so retirement is no different."

"This extra allows you to quit your 'normal' job much sooner."

Episode references:

The 4% Rule Explained: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/f/four-percent-rule.asp

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Episode 2591:

Andrew of DollarAfterDollar.com outlines seven key traits of mentally strong individuals in the context of financial success. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the long-term impact of financial decisions, removing emotion from financial choices, persistently sticking to a financial plan, overcoming fear and failure, adapting to setbacks, being willing to work hard, and continuously learning. Andrew highlights how these traits contribute to building wealth and achieving financial goals. He cites examples such as investing consistently, learning from mistakes, and gaining financial knowledge to become self-reliant in managing finances.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.dollarafterdollar.com/7-mentally-strong-financial-traits/

Quotes to ponder:

"Money is a mental game."

"If you invest $20 a week with the market average of 8% interest, you would have $51,310.30 in 20 years."

"The greatest money mind of all time, Warren Buffet, is known to read 80% of his work day."

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Episode 2604:

Camilo Maldonado of TheFinanceTwins.com delves into the critical considerations of buying a first home, debunking the myth that homeownership is always a wise investment and exploring the realities of renting versus buying. He emphasizes the importance of evaluating personal, professional, and financial readiness before making this significant life decision.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://thefinancetwins.com/when-to-buy-your-first-house/

Quotes to ponder:

"For most people, homes will be the most significant purchase they make, so it is crucial to understand whether you are ready to make the jump, or whether you should hold off a bit longer."

"The most important thing is making sure your social, professional, and financial lives are all ready! It’s better to delay and make the right decision than to rush and make a choice that is tough (and costly) to unwind."

Episode references:

The Power of Now: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808

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Episode 2794:

Feeling happy is linked to a greater sense of well-being, achievement, and fulfillment. Dr. Jenny Brockis shares seven simple ways to boost your happiness, including self-acceptance, outdoor exercise, sufficient sleep, gratitude, building a support network, acts of kindness, and smiling more. Each method is easy to implement and can significantly enhance your overall happiness and life satisfaction.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.drjennybrockis.com/2019/7/4/seven-easy-ways-boost-happiness/

Quotes to ponder:

"You are you and that IS enough."

"The quickest and most effective way to top up your happiness is with exercise."

"Choosing to smile is a super easy, quick and effective way to boost your mood and of course it’s contagious."

Episode references:

The Happiness Advantage: https://www.amazon.com/Happiness-Advantage-Positive-Brain-Success/dp/0307591549

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